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Submitted by Mwheels - Mon, 8/29/16 » 8:36 PM

Is there a recommended way to increase the main sail size?

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RE: NE Dory Mainsail

» Submitted by Mwheels - Tue, 8/30/16 » 9:05 AM

My initial thought is to lengthen the boom by about 24", leaving the mast alone.

Increasing sail size by 29% and moving the balance of the rig aft.

RE: NE Dory Mainsail

» Submitted by Birch2 - Tue, 8/30/16 » 12:52 PM

Wouldn't that adversely affect performance? I think you might end up battling a lot of weather helm.

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